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Interior
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pet-friendly

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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North Rose, NY
  • Sodus Bay Heights Golf Club
    8 min drive
  • Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum
    10 min drive
  • Sodus Point Beach Park
    12 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

2025 booking fast! Reserve Your Luxury Waterfront on Sodus Bay, dog friendly!!!

Love at first sight! Voted "the best view on the Bay" by longtime locals. Supreme sunrises flood light through a bank of windows overlooking the largest bay on Lake Ontario. Experience Mid Century charm with First Class amenities including: premium cable channels, ceiling fans throughout to catch the breezes, pillow-top beds with goose down pillows, top brand appliances & fixtures with vintage surprises such as an original Hamilton Beach blender in avocado green, of course,  and Sunbeam Electric Can Opener.
The huge deck overlooking the bay and our garden descending to the waterfront features barstools, dining table and chairs; daylong shady and sunny patches.
Boat from our dock or drive to our favorite spots. Gastronomic delights such as homemade fruit pies, Imprint Coffee roasters, local farmer's markets; 3 miles to historic Sodus Point with lifeguarded sandy beaches on the Bay and Lake Ontario; dining Key West style at Bay Street or burgers & barbecue with live music on the Bay at Captain Jacks; Waterfront dining around the Bay, Sunday concerts on the lawn of the historic Lighthouse museum on the Lake, free outdoor movies on the baseball diamond with ice cream and 'hots' across the street. Tastings at breweries, wineries and distilleries nearby and throughout the Finger Lakes region; Rochester offers world renowned museums and art Galleries; endless dining choices... This area is renowned for price conscious antiquing. Multiple charming canal towns along the Erie River provide an enchanting day trip that will lead to the inimitable Niagara Falls with forever memories; Gorgeous hiking and biking trails are ubiquitous throughout waterways, parkland, orchards, and lanes lined with wildflowers. Disc golf courses in the county.
Our classic 1952 lake cottage has been completely restored and updated keeping the best of design enhanced with modern convenience. Adorned with period proper treasures: original Fitz and Floyd rattan sectional seating circa 1950, sea captain's trunk, nautical Rock Maple bedroom suites, Heywood Wakefield dining ensemble seats 10. New meets 20th century with original heart pine floors, an expansive Great Room with cathedral ceiling lit by a c.1949 French country chandelier and accented by a vast hand-built lake stone fireplace. Our gourmet kitchen features granite counter tops and breakfast bar complete with convection oven, Cuissinart processor , KitchenAid mixer, coffee bean grinder, French press & traditional coffeemaker. Our two bathrooms showcase showers with tumbled marble, hi gloss subway tile, glass block wall, glass shower door and Kohler fixtures.
The spacious deck overlooking stunning Great Sodus Bay is the perfect gathering spot for morning coffee, bird watching, Happy Hour, barbecue, star gazing.. endless photo ops. What's not to love?

Keywords: Waterfront Home
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Sodus Bay. The vacation home offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and fireplace
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 8 minutes by car from Sodus Bay Heights Golf Club and 10 minutes from Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Aurora or Fred

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO cigarette or cigars butts, left on property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Boating on site
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1700 sq ft (158 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $150/pet with pre- authorization

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Multiple Stairs to water,

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: < 20 guests, noise level moderate after 10 PM
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Premier Waterfront Hgtv Style
Luxury Premier Waterfront Hgtv Style! North Rose
Luxury Premier Waterfront Hgtv Style! Private vacation home

2025 booking fast! Reserve Your Luxury Waterfront on Sodus Bay, dog friendly!!! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews" "
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We loved the view of the bay! The house was lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice view
Great hosts Great Family room for hanging out. Awesome deck and a fantastic dock
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This was my third time staying. I love this property. Breathtaking sun rises and sunsets. Modern amenities. It is the perfect place to unwind and relax. The deck is awesome to sit and enjoy the view. My dog and i enjoyed swimming. I will return next year as it eill now become a tradition. I love it there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away
House was very cozy & owners were great to work with ! Awesome morning sunrise’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Trails
Great house great views perfect for 6 adults this was our 8th trip to the region would recommend the property for future stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Jimmy Y.

Good location and water access with some problems
I just want to list out the facts here. Pros: great location,close to beach for sunset; easy access to lake; great for sunrise; charming house; have tons of cooking equipment; close to Niagara Falls and finger lakes. Cons: the house hasn’t been taken cared of carefully. generally not clean, smells, lots of bugs in the small bathroom and the sink is clogged. One bathroom door was accidentally locked and 7 of us had to share one tiny bathroom until the owner responded to us 11 hours later . Neighbor’s big dogs leashed free came to the front door and backyard deck. We were terrified since we don’t know them. One of them pooped right by the entrance, the owner did not proactively think a way to clean it up even though they seems lived minutes away from the house or knows the owner of the dog. At least do something. The backyard stairs to the lake wiggles a lot and very slippery. There is a safety concern. No access to washer and dryer which is not convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We really enjoyed our time at Happy Trails. The view from the house and the deck was beautiful. We enjoyed being on the water although it should be noted that there are 50 steps to the water and the stairs are a quite uneven. The cottage was very comfortable and my family really liked it. We had a great time together and have decided that we would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Lake Time!
This is our second trip to this beautiful home. We can not say enough about the views, location and the amenities. The interior design and all the little extras add up to such a special experience. Plus being able to bring our dog along is the best. We tried a new place called Rileys (only minutes away) and water views with outdoor dining. The food was excellent and very reasonable. Also right next door is a brewery which is also dog friendly. LOVE this area and the accommodations. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Peggy L., Syracuse

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake view
What we enjoyed most was sitting on the large deck overlooking Sodus Bay. Sunset was our favorite time of day to watch the clouds and water. Beautiful view, lots of birds, lovely landscaping. The interior of the house was charming, bright colors, lots of vintage furniture and decorative items, well equipped kitchen. Many wooden steps down from the deck to the shoreline, a bit hard for the oldest and youngest to navigate. We wished we’d packed paper towels, toilet paper and napkins as the supplies in the house were minimal and shopping options nearby were limited. All in all a good experience with lots of local and day trip options that family members of all ages enjoyed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara and Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful getaway
The pristine view from the deck cannot be duplicated. The appointments inside are so charming and the cottage is so well equipped making a weeks stay sooooo easy. But….it’s all about the outdoors!! The large deck is just incredible - the view is mesmerizing- the side yards and thoughtful plantings are enchanting!! This was our 2nd time back and this time we brought along my brother and sister- in-law. They travelled from beautiful Southern California and were not disappointed! Thank you so much Aurora and Fred for sharing your piece of paradise! Truly a treasure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular
We already booked to return. This property is awesome. We had an issue with ac on holiday and the owner got someone over to remedy very quickly. The sunsets are spectacular. The deck is where we spent most of our time. It was a wonderful experience. We will be going back in a few months
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael K., Green Lane, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views and location
This adorable house is a great place to spend time with family with a large, open, multi-level family room and kitchen off to the side. The furnishings are cute with eclectic antiques throughout.The panoramic view of Sodus Bay out the back windows is gorgeous. The house is located 1 hour from Syracuse and Rochester and 45 minutes from the north end of the Finger Lakes. There is plenty of cookware in the kitchen. You could easily cook Thanksgiving dinner here without needing to bring anything. The fireplace is beautiful and a nice place to sit in the evening. There are plenty of places nearby that sell firewood for better prices than the supermarket. We visited the house in late November. Outside temperatures were 30-40. The heater struggled to keep the house warm, as it was chilly inside at 64 even with the thermostat raised. The hardwood floors felt cooler. A comfy sweatshirt and slippers is recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Ruchi T.

Weeklong stay
Nice location, quiet area, great layout in the house. Note if you have mobility limited folks - although the house is one floor, there are multiple single-step ups and down dividing areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Margaret M.

Great Family Vacation on Sodus Bay
Overall the property was very nice. The views from the deck and great room were amazing. The location on Sodus Bay was perfect for utilizing our boat each day. We loved the AC units in each room which allowed us to sleep comfortably. The great room was very spacious and allowed the family to play games and be together in the evenings. A few things to note: The stairs down to the dock were very overgrown with vegetation. This made it difficult to carry things down to the dock safely. The stairs could also use some repair as they did not seem to be as sturdy as they could be. The dock was sturdy enough although most cleats were not fastened correctly to the dock so lines from our boat needed to be tied to the bracing underneath the dock. There were also other sections of the dock sitting on shore that possibly should have been in the water. There was no storage in the kitchen for food. The shower in the main bathroom was dirty at the base. This could use some work We paid for linens. The sheets and pillow cases in the master bedroom were very old and stained. Overall we had a great week with the family. We would possibly rent this cottage again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine N., Woodbine, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful waterfront view
This is a beautifully landscaped property with an amazing view of Sodus Bay. The deck was large enough for the whole family to enjoy. There is a small yard for games and for the dog. Our dog enjoyed swimming every day and was exhausted by the end of the week. Towels and bed linens are not provided so be sure to bring your own. Also, there is no washer and dryer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Theresa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week on the bay!
This sweet cottage is on a quiet part of Sodus Bay. We loved being able to walk to the dock and take a boat or jet ski ride with ease. Our entire party loved the open concept living space. We spent nearly every morning and evening on the deck. It's large enough that we also played corn hole several times! We brought our small Solo stove and got some great campfires in. The kitchen was stocked with pretty much everything we needed (we have a very fussy cook in the family and he's always "missing something"). We also loved having the independent AC in each space - it helped us keep the temps where we like it! We didn't watch much TV because we were out on the water, but it appeared we would have had all we needed. As an avid gardener, I loved all of the landscaping! A few things to note: * there are close to 50 stairs to the dock. They were manageable for everyone in our party, but they got very slippery when wet and some of them were loose. Small children and anyone with mobility issues may have trouble. During our stay, some of the trees were overgrown over the stairs and could be cut back. Getting items like coolers to a boat could be difficult, so take care. *the dock accommodated our boat and jet ski. Some of the cleats were broken or missing, so we had to get creative when securing things. *the water right in front of the cottage has some seaweed/growth at the shoreline, so you probably won't enter the water there. There was no ladder for the dock, so you either wade through the weeds or jump from the end (but you have to figure out how to get back out of the water). *the entire area lost power one night. I texted the owner asking for some suggestions on candles/alternative lighting and didn't get a response until the next morning. We were able to manage, but a timely response for that issue would have been appreciated. *there is no washer/dryer on the property. The owner let me know that there was a laundromat in town. Turns out, it was shut down. We had to do some searching to find one and it was 10-15 minutes away. With lots of swimming/boating and some rain, we really needed on-site laundry. *the listing states that the house sleeps 8 and it does. However, there is an "extra guest fee" for parties over 6. This is not explicitly stated anywhere and we learned of it after we saw the charge. Overall, we loved our stay! We need more space next year or we would return for sure. Thank you for sharing your cottage with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David C., Bedford NH

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We had an amazing visit. Hikes at Chimney Bluffs, and very reasonable boat rentals brought us to the sandbar. The house had every detail we needed and the layout was perfect for our group!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra B., Wappingers Falls NY

Liked: Cleanliness
First vacation with our dog and parrot
Loved this lakeside retreat. House lovingly updated. A bit of a drive to some attractions but really enjoyed the serene Beauty of being on the lake. It was so nice to have our pets with us and they enjoyed being out on the large deck with us. A great vacation well enjoyed by all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S., Abingdon, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View, lovely property
Two things that drew me to this property were the bright, open look of the house and the amazing view, and I was not disappointed by either of those things. The house was as advertised, and had just about everything in the way of incidentals that you would need. Our hosts were very quick to answer any questions we had and very easy to deal with. I would definitely visit this property again! Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara and Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Getaway
Wow!!! Absolutely stunning!! The Views, the cottage with its charming furnishings, the kitchen was great to work in! The yard and gardens are just beautiful but the deck has to be the best! Aurora and Fred truly have a talent they have put to use in setting this place up. We just loved staying here - thank you so much for sharing your fantastic property. We can't wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Getaway
The location was easy to get to. The cottage was terrific! Fred and Aurora were great to work with! Made for a fun winter getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Charles H., Stamford, CT, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lake Ontario
Very nice house right on Lake Ontario. The house was great, and the property managers provided lots of great information about the area. Rochester is less than an hour away, and is a great place for shopping or dining. The hosts were responsive and the place was well appointed. Wonderful Fall views and we would like to return in the Summer for some time ON the lake. P.S. Our dog loved the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Week
We enjoyed staying at this lovely house for the week. The view of the lake was amazing especially the sunrises and sunsets. The location was great for our daily road trips to Rochester, Ithaca and Letchworth Park and other spots. The neighborhood was quiet. The house is located on a dead end road. We took the dog for a walk each morning before got in the car to go exploring. The property owners were great to work with. We had one question while we were there and when we contacted the owner we received our answer. Prior to arrival any questions I had were answered. The house was clean and fully stocked with all that we could need Thank you for opening your house to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, beautiful views.
The atmosphere was great, beautiful views of the lake. Photos of the stairs to the lake are a little dated, lower deck area overgrown, steps and rails could use some support. Living room and family room were spacious. Main deck was wonderful. Plenty of chairs and a large table to eat outside. Road at the camp was quiet and and a nice place to walk. Landscaping was nice with lots of flowers. Independent AC for each bedroom was nice. Spectrum Cable TV with lots of channels with HBO, Cinemax and Showtime included. Overall a wonderful time was had by all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bodie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful
Beautiful place and a very memorable week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020